Shaniko
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Explore Shaniko's Ghost Town
Shaniko, Oregon
Heading south from Wasco, the scenery trades off between new farms and old abandoned homesteads. Most areas are fenced off along the road to keep in the roaming cattle, but now and then there is access to adventure off and visit the places that the settlers decided on in the 18-1900's.About 50 miles south of Wasco, you come over a rise to see an old crossroad surrounded by wooden storefronts an...
Geologic Time Trail and Trail of Fossils
Fossil, Oregon
1.24 mi
/ 338 ft gain
Geologic Time Trail and Trail of Fossils is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings and good for all skill levels located near Fossil, Oregon.
Fly-Fishing the Lower Deschutes River
Maupin, Oregon
5.0
Spending a day on the lower Deschutes is as rewarding as it gets for a fly-fisherman. The canyon is incredibly beautiful, and the fish are some of the most colorful and athletic you can catch.The mighty Deschutes River is a stunning, blue-ribbon river where people come to fly-fish from around the world. The river begins high in the Cascades, flowing out of Little Lava Lake as a small meandering...
White River Falls
Maupin, Oregon
4.0
0.78 mi
/ 177 ft gain
White River Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Maupin, Oregon.
Explore White River Falls
Maupin, Oregon
4.5
1 mi
/ 200 ft gain
White River Falls is perfect for those looking for an easy hike with great rewards. From the parking lot, it is a brisk walk to a view point, where you can immediately take in the gorgeous falls!To get down to the bottom of the falls, turn left and begin walking down the trail. You will cross a wide bridge before the trail turns to dirt. The trail is about a quarter mile of downhill. You will t...
Explore White River Falls State Park
Maupin, Oregon
White River Falls is located 35 miles south of The Dalles and 4.5 miles east of Tygh Valley. With only a short walk from the parking area to the viewing area and trails leading down to the water.White River Falls, which is the furthest upstream, drops about 75 feet with multiple channels, and at high water can reach 250 feet wide. Celestial Falls is just 200 feet downstream and plunges 44 feet ...
White Water Raft Down the Deschutes River
Madras, Oregon
4.5
For first time rafters and those just looking to get back into some fun white water, the Deschutes is a great run and an easily accessible one at that. Guiding companies operate trips spring through late summer starting out of the quiet town of Maupin, Oregon with both half day (just river rafting) and full day (rafting plus lunch, hikes and swimming) options for anywhere from $50 - $120. If yo...
Walk the Painted Cove Loop Trail
Mitchell, Oregon
4.0
0.2 mi
/ 40 ft gain
To get to the trailhead, use the US highway 26 which is the only way you can go to the Painted Hills Unit. Make a turn when arriving at Burnt Ranch Rd junction. Drive up and follow the sign around 6 miles. The trail junction is where you passed the Carroll Rim Trail and Painted Hill Overlook. Turn right at the junction then drive around 1 or 2 miles and you are there. If you need an exact coord...
Painted Cove Trail
Mitchell, Oregon
0.27 mi
/ 95 ft gain
Painted Cove Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Mitchell, Oregon.
Places to stay
Madras, Oregon
Trout Creek Campground
Featuring a boat launch, a seasonal ranger station and trailhead, Trout Creek campground offers 21 campsites and three group-use campsite...
Madras, Oregon
Mecca Flat Campground
Situated on the banks of the Deschutes Wild and Scenic River, Mecca Flat Campground is located just a mile and a half from Oregon State H...
Tygh Valley, Oregon
Rock Creek (Or)
Overview
Rock Creek Campground sits on the shores of scenic Rock Creek Reservoir in the pine-covered mountains of Mt. Hood National Fores...
Maupin, Oregon
Bear Springs Group Campground
Overview
Bear Springs Campground is an ideal destination for families and groups that enjoy the outdoors in the beautiful Pacific Northwe...
Prineville, Oregon
Ochoco Divide Group Site
Overview
The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a convenient place to camp while traveling across scenic State Highway 26 by bicycle or car. Res...
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